S'ok glad to hear that you're alright - I remember you live up an incline but began to worry when the village got mentioned. Also heard about the missing police officer - that's heartbreaking if he/she has lost their life whilst doing their job trying to save other folk - its sounding very grave even allowing for the usual news hype. Take care.

We have experienced heavy rain for the last three days and although the sun shines as I write this on Friday morning, bad news is breaking about the aftermath. South Lakes has many closed roads making it difficult to get around. We’re not so bad here but look out over fields covered in water. If you log on to BBC Radio Cumbria or Lakeland FM you will be able to see images of the situation.

There’s a policeman lost in Workington and two bridges have been washed away in the northwest of the county. Much of the damage around Kendal is to developments on the River Kent’s flood plain unfortunately.

I might pop down to Newby Bridge later and have a look at the River Leven as it leaves Windermere. I’ll post an image or two if poss. Thanks for your message and concern. Apologies – this is a blanket message to all.

I too have been listening and watching the weather warnings and today the A590 at Lindale is mentioned as is the A6 at Levens: Keep safe John - take care if you're driving esp in the dark ........ wonder if our caravan has floated off?? Pauline